A Congregation of the LCMS
Announcements
Important Dates & Information
Back-to-School Sunday September 13th
As we head back to our regular service schedule (8:15 & 11 am) we will be doing several things to get our kiddos excited for the back to school time of year.
During each service we will be inviting students forward for the blessing of the backpacks as well as distributing bibles to our 2nd grade students.
In between services we will have Sunday School for preK-12th grade and a confirmation parent meeting.
This year we also will be asking members of the congregation to adopt-a-student for the year to be a pen pal and prayer buddy.
Adult bible study will NOT resume until September 20, 2026
Food Pantry
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Saturday, November 7, 2026
8:00am
Proof of need is never required!
The distribution will begin about 8:00am in the parking lot.
Please note the following:
1. Volunteers are asked to arrive by 7:00am.
2. Guests will be directed where to remain in the parking lot in their vehicles until directed by Food Pantry volunteers to pull under the canopy for loading.
Family Bonfire
Saturday, September 19th
beginning at 5:00pm
On Saturday, September 19, Family Life Ministries will be hosting a family bonfire beginning at 5pm. Families young and old are encouraged to share in food, fellowship, and fun as we celebrate the close of summer together. We will be providing hot dogs and sweet treats for the campfire. Please join us! Contact Aiyanna Rivera or Deacon Sean with any questions.
Adult Bible Study
Begins Sunday September 20
9:45 am
Sunday adults lessons, led by Pastor Huff, will begin on Sunday, September 20th between services. The group meets in the Friendship Room and will continue in its study of Lutheran doctrine and its Scriptural foundation utilizing Martin Luther’s Small Catechism. This year we begin by looking at forgiveness and the Fifth Petition of the Lord's Prayer.
Faith Book Club
Wednesdays at 4:30 PM
We are excited to invite all of you to join our Faith Book Club. We meet on Wednesdays at 4:30pm in the FRIENDSHIP ROOM, and will continue to meet weekly throughout the summer. We will be reading Mere Christianity by the brilliant author, C.S. Lewis. Even if you can’t commit to meeting with the group every Wednesday, you are still encouraged to read this enlightening book.
IN AUGUST we will begin reading Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller’s book, A Martyrs Faith in a Faithless World. This book calls Christians to
stand courageously in Christ’s promises, boldly bearing witness in an unbelieving world. This book is available through the church office for $18. For questions or more information, please contact Deacon Sean
LWM Blue Water Zone Rally
Saturday, September 12
St. Matthew’s in Lexington
Please join us on Saturday, September 12 as we carpool to St. Matthew's Church in Lexington for the LWM fall rally. Registration begins at 9am Cost is $15 (includes lunch). Our speaker, Lynn Corker, will highlight the "Women of the Pearl" mission. Attendees are encouraged to wear pearls to honor this mission. A sign-up sheet is located in the narthex. The ingathering is supporting Project Blessing with donations including cleaning supplies, personal care products, dish soap, cat/dog foods, toilet paper, Jello, cake mixes, pudding, laundry detergent, mustard, and ketchup. Please place your donated items in the tote near the church entry before 3pm on Friday, September 11. Thank you for your generosity!
LWM/ Fidelis Guild Meeting
Monday, September 14
7:00 pm
The September Fidelis Guild meeting will be on Monday, September 14 at 7pm in the Friendship Room. Our guest speaker is Rev. Paul Zeller who is the St. Clair County Jail Chaplin. He will highlight and answer questions about the jail ministry we support. You don't want to miss his message. This is also our LWM month so please bring your mites boxes
LWM Bible Study
Beginning September 21st
Our Women's Bible study will return on September 21. We meet the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month at 10am in the Friendship Room.
Our 8-week study will look at Paul's letter to the Philippians, the letter of Joy.
We will be reading JOY: A Study of Philippians by Deb Burma. All are welcome to attend. If you are interested and need a book, please contact Lori in the church office (810-985-5733) by September 4. We will be placing a book order on September 8, Each book costs $15
Men's Bible Study
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
7:00 pm
Our Men's Bible Study will meet on Tuesday, August 15th at 7pm to continue our study of Hebrews. Join us for fellowship and food in the Friendship Room.